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How to Read Long-Range Weather Forecasts

Long-range predictions show weather trends in temperatures and precipitation. For example, will the winter be colder or warmer than average? Will there be more or less snow than what's typical for your area? Our famous predictions (traditionally 80% accurate) are made 18 months in advance, and meant to help you make more informed decisions for long-term planning.

Annual Weather Summary: November 2016 to October 2017

Winter will be colder than normal in the north, warmer in the south. The coldest periods will be in early and late December and early and mid- to late January. Precipitation will be slightly above normal in the north and below normal in the south. Snowfall will be above normal in the north and below normal elsewhere, with the snowiest periods in late November, mid- to late December, and mid- to late February.

April and May will be warmer than normal, with precipitation a bit above normal.

Summer will be cooler than normal, with slightly below-normal rainfall. The hottest periods will be in early July and early and mid- to late August.

September and October will have near-normal precipitation, with temperatures below normal in the north and near normal in the south.